2026 LEGO sets – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans

LEGO Nintendo Super Mario 72051 Donkey Kong Arcade unveiled

Graham — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:30:00 +0000

The LEGO Group will release 72051 Donkey Kong Arcade on August 1, featuring 1,367 pieces for £149.99 / $199.99. This functional arcade machine allows players to control Mario as he navigates obstacles created by Donkey Kong. It continues the successful collaboration with Nintendo, following previous Super Mario sets.

Gillian Anderson unveils LEGO The X-Files official building set

Graham — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Gillian Anderson is promoting LEGO Ideas 21369 The X-Files set, officially launching on August 1, features 1,478 pieces and includes minifigures of iconic characters, like Mulder, Scully, Cigarette-Smoking Man, Skinner and more. Fans will appreciate hidden references throughout the detailed diorama. A free bonus set, Scully's Lab, is included for the first ten days of sales.

The LEGO Group surprises Spain players with brick-built World Cup trophies

Graham — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:19:39 +0000

Spain celebrated their FIFA World Cup 2026 victory over Argentina with a surprise from the LEGO Group, receiving pre-built copies of 43020 FIFA World Cup Official Trophy. The limited-edition version of the set is available exclusively in Spain.

LEGO Architecture 21067 Tower Bridge revealed

Kat — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

LEGO Architecture 21067 Tower Bridge launches on August 1, 2026, featuring 3,745 pieces and retailing for £269.99. This adult set replicates the iconic London landmark, complete with detailed elements like the bascules and walkways.

LEGO Art 31221 Gustav Klimt – The Kiss unveiled

Graham — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:30:00 +0000

The LEGO Group will launch its largest Art Masterpiece set, 31221 Gustav Klimt – The Kiss, on August 1. This 4,000-piece set, developed with the Belvedere Museum, aims to capture the essence of Klimt’s using bricks and decorated elements in intricate ways. Preorders are available for £269.99 / $299.99 / €299.99.

LEGO iMac G3 may be coming as an official set

Graham — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0000

The LEGO Group is taking time to consider releasing an iMac G3 set inspired by a fan concept. LEGO Ideas is the platform where fans can inspire official sets – Terauma submitted a model inspired by the Apple iMac G3.……

LEGO SpongeBob Squarepants is back in two new sets

Graham — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

LEGO announces the return of SpongeBob SquarePants after a 14-year gap with two new sets: 11386 Bikini Bottom, featuring 1,794 pieces and retailing at £189.99, and 40858 SpongeBob Figure from the BrickHeadz collection, priced at £10.99. Both sets will be available from September 1, 2026.

LEGO Ideas 21372 La Catrina official set for Day of the Dead unveiled

Graham — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

The new LEGO Ideas set 21372 La Catrina, inspired by the Day of the Dead, features a detailed skeleton figure dressed elegantly with marigolds and sugar skulls. Inspired by José Miguel Medina Pérez and developed by professional LEGO designers, it consists of 1,212 pieces and will be available from August 1, priced at £109.99.

LEGO Icons 11383 Mayor Manor announced

Kat — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

LEGO Icons 11383 Mayor Manor, a haunted house set for adults, launches on September 1, just in time for Halloween. Comprising 1,420 pieces and priced at £99.99, the set features a gothic aesthetic, period furnishings, and glow-in-the-dark minifigures. It is part of the new Midnight Valley Collection, focusing on spooky builds.

LEGO Icons 11381 Jaguar E-Type revealed

Kat — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

The LEGO Icons 11381 Jaguar E-Type set, featuring 1,673 pieces, replicates the classic British sports car in its iconic green colour. Priced at £129.99, it boasts intricate details like an inline-6 engine and working interiors. Launching on August 1, 2026, it commemorates the car's 65th anniversary since its debut in 1961.